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By Alison Maruca Dec 6, 2019

Career

Comcast isn’t just military-friendly, it’s military-ready

Today, Kimberly Bryant's family isn't merely surviving, they're thriving. "I wholly attribute where we are today to Comcast," she says.

By Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram Jun 3, 2019

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A disabled WWII veteran was at risk of falling through the cracks. Then other Texas vets stepped in

Six months ago, Larry Fromme rarely left his apartment, and he worried that he might get evicted as he struggled...

By Haley Britzky Feb 6, 2019

News

This Green Beret’s last request after being shot in Afghanistan: ‘Save the bullet’

"A life that's easy, in my opinion, is not a life worth living."

By Haley Britzky Jan 31, 2019

Health & Fitness

Active-Duty Army Suicides Reach Highest Level Since 2012

Across the military it's clear that suicide is still a very serious problem.

By The Federal Voting Assistance Program Jul 30, 2018

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Think Your Absentee Ballot Doesn’t Matter? Here’s Proof It Does

History is made by those who show up, the old cliche goes. For modern political life, the message is clear:...

By John Aguilar, The Denver Post Jul 5, 2018

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How A Soldier Wounded In Desert Storm Got Back On Track By Serving His Fellow Veterans

Anthony Drees vividly recalls the 1991 Iraqi missile attack on U.S. military barracks in Saudi Arabia that claimed the lives of more...

By Ashley McCallum, The Janesville Gazette, Wis. May 21, 2018

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This Army Veteran Wants To Change How People Think About Service Animals

A siren or alarm can trigger Sandra Ewing’s reflexes, making her believe she is back in Afghanistan. Her instinct is...

By The Warax May 16, 2018

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‘I Closed My Eyes, And When I Did, I Saw My Pistol’: The Warax On Suicide

Editor’s note: May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the West Point history department last week asked veterans on Twitter...

By Chris Ford Feb 12, 2018

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2017 Was Tough For Veterans Nonprofits. Here’s How To Weather 2018

According to Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin, demand for services by veterans peaks about four decades after a conflict ends....

By Sarah Maples Jan 12, 2018

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3 Reasons You Should Join A Veteran Service Organization

It took me a long time to join a veteran service organization. To be honest, before I joined one, I...

By Rep. Susan Davis Dec 26, 2017

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Having Trouble With The VA? You Might Consider Calling Congress

My congressional office recently wrapped up a case for a World War II veteran who saw his delayed appeal approved...

By Bonnie Carroll Dec 19, 2017

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Have A Coping Plan For Grief During The Holidays

It’s official: The holidays are here. This week, families will gather to share in the sights, sounds, and tastes of...

By Task & Purpose Nov 10, 2017

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Want To Thank A Vet For Their Service? Here Are 7 Impactful Projects You Can Support For Veterans Day

Editor’s Note: Task & Purpose and GoFundMe teamed up to highlight seven GoFundMe campaigns that are making a difference in...

By Meaghan Smith Sep 13, 2017

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Ending The Stigma Around Mental Illness And Suicide Starts With Speaking Up

Editor’s Note: A version of this article was originally published on NYC Veterans Alliance’s blog. Since my brother Mike’s service-related...

By Nikki Wentling, Stars and Stripes Aug 25, 2017

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American Legion Adopts Resolution Supporting Medical Marijuana

The American Legion adopted a resolution Thursday urging the federal government to allow Department of Veterans Affairs doctors to discuss...

By Elisa Borah, University of Texas at Austin, The Conversation Aug 16, 2017

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Sometimes The Best Medicine For A Veteran Is The Company Of Another Veteran

Editor’s note: This article originally appeared on The Conversation. Many take time on Memorial Day to remember the Americans who have...

By James Clark Jul 18, 2017

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A Terminally Ill Veteran Had One Dying Request — And Thousands Of People Responded

A heartfelt message from a military wife and caregiver has quickly become an inspiring example of how social media can...

By Hirepurpose Jun 26, 2017

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How 2 Chicago Vets Are Changing The Stereotypes Around Wounded Warriors

Editor’s Note: This article was written by Aaron LeMay, a Communication Chair for Roll Call Chicagoland and Recruiting Programs Specialist...

By Sarah Sicard Jun 14, 2017

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This 66-Year-Old Marine Just Walked 300 Miles For Veteran’s Issues — Again

Marine Corps veteran Terry Sharpe cares about walking. A lot. But what he cares about more is using his long,...

By Sarah Sicard Jun 1, 2017

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This Young Air Force Vet Is Fighting For His Life In A San Antonio ICU — Alone

Jake Mitchell, a 22-year-old U.S. Air Force veteran, is reportedly fighting for his life in an intensive care unit in...

By Explore VA May 10, 2017

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After War, A Veteran Learns To Thrive

Like many Veterans, the war followed Brandon home. He used alcohol to cope. “I had a really hard time with...

By James Clark Apr 26, 2017

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Meet ‘The Good Cemeterian’ Who Spends His Only Day Off Cleaning Vets’ Gravestones

When the weekend arrives, most people spend it relaxing, lounging and recovering from a week of hard work, especially for...

By Anna Douglas, McClatchy Washington Bureau Mar 25, 2017

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These Vietnam Vets Are Sick And Blame Agent Orange, But VA Won’t Pay

Sam Genco, at age 19, narrowly survived one of the United States’ worst military aircraft carrier fires. Today, 50 years...

By Sarah Sicard Mar 17, 2017

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These 5 Cities Are Ranked The Best For Veterans

Most people who serve in the military are forcibly dragged from their hometowns by Uncle Sam and sent to live...

By Sarah Sicard Feb 14, 2017

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Trump Looked To This Army Wife For Advice On Fixing The VA

Tiffany Smiley’s husband Scotty lost his eyesight in Iraq to a suicide car bomb in 2005. Since then, he has...

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Comcast isn’t just military-friendly, it’s military-ready

A disabled WWII veteran was at risk of falling through the cracks. Then other Texas vets stepped in

This Green Beret’s last request after being shot in Afghanistan: ‘Save the bullet’

Active-Duty Army Suicides Reach Highest Level Since 2012

Think Your Absentee Ballot Doesn’t Matter? Here’s Proof It Does

How A Soldier Wounded In Desert Storm Got Back On Track By Serving His Fellow Veterans

This Army Veteran Wants To Change How People Think About Service Animals

‘I Closed My Eyes, And When I Did, I Saw My Pistol’: The Warax On Suicide

2017 Was Tough For Veterans Nonprofits. Here’s How To Weather 2018

3 Reasons You Should Join A Veteran Service Organization

Having Trouble With The VA? You Might Consider Calling Congress

Have A Coping Plan For Grief During The Holidays

Want To Thank A Vet For Their Service? Here Are 7 Impactful Projects You Can Support For Veterans Day

Ending The Stigma Around Mental Illness And Suicide Starts With Speaking Up

American Legion Adopts Resolution Supporting Medical Marijuana

Sometimes The Best Medicine For A Veteran Is The Company Of Another Veteran

A Terminally Ill Veteran Had One Dying Request — And Thousands Of People Responded

How 2 Chicago Vets Are Changing The Stereotypes Around Wounded Warriors

This 66-Year-Old Marine Just Walked 300 Miles For Veteran’s Issues — Again

This Young Air Force Vet Is Fighting For His Life In A San Antonio ICU — Alone

After War, A Veteran Learns To Thrive

Meet ‘The Good Cemeterian’ Who Spends His Only Day Off Cleaning Vets’ Gravestones

These Vietnam Vets Are Sick And Blame Agent Orange, But VA Won’t Pay

These 5 Cities Are Ranked The Best For Veterans

Trump Looked To This Army Wife For Advice On Fixing The VA